The Box CPD event offers teachers an insight into one of the world’s ancient civilisations

Teachers are being invited to a free professional development event at The Box next month where they can enjoy an exclusive look at its Ancient Egyptian collection and learn more about how the subjects of empire and decolonisation connect to Plymouth.

The ‘Ancient Egypt and Decolonisation’ session is set to take place on Wednesday July 17, from 2pm to 5pm and will offer a glimpse into a civilisation that lasted for over 3,000 years and which continues to fascinate people today.

Archaeology curator Fiona Pitt and Egyptologist Professor Aidan Dodson from the University of Bristol will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the Ancient Egyptian objects in The Box’s collection, which include a really interesting group of animal mummies. Attendees will have a chance to explore the objects up close, learn more about how they came to Plymouth and the connections they have with empire.

Attendees will then be shown around The Box’s ‘100 Journeys’ gallery, giving them the opportunity to feedback on how the collections can best support them in the future.

“We hope this event will provide invaluable access to our collections and help local educators develop the knowledge and skills they need to explore subjects like empire and decolonisation in their teaching practice,” says Adam Murray, Learning Officer at The Box. “We’re also really looking forward to getting their invaluable feedback about how we can continue to support the curriculum with the workshops, displays and resources we offer at The Box.”

To book for the event, which is supported by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, or more information please emailTheBoxLearning@plymouth.gov.uk.